CANADA, Saturday, December 6, 2025 (WNP): Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced that Canada is fully prepared to welcome millions of football fans from around the world as it joins the United States and Mexico in co-hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup \u2014 the largest edition in the tournament\u2019s history.<\/p>\n
With teams from 48 nations set to compete across North America next year, Carney said the country is eager to showcase its hospitality, world-class infrastructure, and growing passion for the global game.<\/p>\n
\u201cWE\u2019LL WELCOME FANS FROM ACROSS THE GLOBE AS TEAMS REPRESENTING 48 NATIONS COME TO OUR CITIES TO COMPETE,\u201d THE PRIME MINISTER SAID. \u201cCANADA IS READY TO WELCOME THE WORLD \u2014 AND WE\u2019RE READY TO WIN.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
The 2026 World Cup marks the first time Canada will host matches in a senior men\u2019s FIFA tournament, a milestone that has energized local communities and fueled national excitement. Major Canadian cities \u2014 including Toronto and Vancouver \u2014 are undergoing final preparations to deliver what officials hope will be an unforgettable sporting spectacle.<\/p>\n
Government sources say the event is expected to significantly boost tourism, create jobs, and strengthen Canada\u2019s footprint on the international sports stage.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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